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title: "Design, Supply and Installation of Playground Equipment at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB."
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05521a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "AKELEY PARISH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-18"
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# Design, Supply and Installation of Playground Equipment at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB.

Buyer: AKELEY PARISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05521a

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the Akeley Parish Council involved the design, supply, and installation of playground equipment at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB. This tender, titled "Design, Supply and Installation of Playground Equipment at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB", falls under the industry category of construction work, specifically focusing on playground equipment and facilities. The procurement followed an open procedure and has reached the completion stage as of 18th June 2026. The contract was awarded to HAGS-SMP LIMITED, with the contract execution period spanning from 16th May to 30th September 2026. The total contract value is £118,464 GBP. The council emphasised imagination and inclusivity in the play equipment design to cater to children aged up to 12 years.

This tender represents a growth opportunity for businesses in the playground equipment supply and construction sectors, particularly those that focus on innovative, inclusive, and environmentally friendly solutions. Firms with expertise in designing inclusive play spaces that foster imagination, safety, and accessibility are well-suited to compete for similar tenders. Given the emphasis on durable and environmentally friendly materials, companies with sustainable production practices and the capability to provide robust warranties are advantaged. The contract's open procurement method allowed equitable participation, demonstrated by the eight bids received, all submitted by small and medium enterprises (SMEs), showcasing openness to diverse business entries and fostering a competitive environment conducive to innovation and development in the public sector space.

## Notice

Re-design, supply and install play equipment and safety surfacing as required to upgrade an existing play facility at Akeley Playing Fields, MK18 5HB Tender Deadline: 31st July 2025 by 11.59pm Tender Address: Akeley Parish Council Clerk Isabelle Hamilton, Fair View, Barton Hartshorn, Buckingham

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057643-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £110,000 |
| Lots value | £110,000 |
| Awards value | £118,464 |
| Contracts value | £118,464 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | AKELEY PARISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BARTON HARTSHORN |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK18 4JU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Buckingham West |
| Westminster constituency | Buckingham and Bletchley |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HAGS-SMP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 37535100 - Swings
- 37535200 - Playground equipment
- 37535210 - Playground swings
- 37535220 - Playground climbing apparatus
- 37535240 - Playground slides
- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2026 at 13:42 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057643-2026
- 6 May 2026 at 12:24 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041508-2026
- 23 Jun 2025 at 19:10 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034540-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057643-2026
  18th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041508-2026
  6th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034540-2025
  23rd June 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-2451

## Notice URLs

- http://www.akeleyparishcouncil.gov.uk
- http://www.hags.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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